L'individu
Example: Chaque individu a le droit de s'exprimer librement.
Definition
"L'individu" refers to a single human being considered separately from a group or society. It emphasizes the uniqueness and autonomy of one person, often in contexts like rights, responsibilities, or personal identity.
Etymology
The word "l'individu" comes from the Latin 'individuus,' meaning indivisible or inseparable. It was adopted into French to denote a single person distinct from a collective, highlighting the concept of individual identity and autonomy.
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"L'individu" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (B1) - set 5", containing 113 commonly used words.
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